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FX08 EKE

2008 Sym Symply 50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

24,550 mi
Last recorded24,550 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Sym Symply 5010,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 EKE
MakeSym
ModelSymply 50
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 24,550 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 24,520 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 24,212 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2024 24,210 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls switch (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure not locking shut (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Feb 2023 23,481 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 22,861 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 22,238 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 21,565 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 20,471 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 18,964 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 17,263 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 15,519 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 13,516 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 11,775 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 10,108 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 8,286 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 6,459 miles

How Reliable is the Sym Symply 50?

Based on 3,858 MOT tests across 737 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
1,264
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
737
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 59
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 58
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 45
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 39
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 36
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FX08 EKE is a 2008 Sym Symply 50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Sym Symply 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 10,598 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Sym Symply 50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX08 EKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sym Symply 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Sym Symply 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FX08 EKE registered?

FX08 EKE is a 2008 Sym Symply 50, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FX08 EKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX08 EKE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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